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On Thursday, May 23, Starlight announced the 17th Annual Blue Star Awards winners in a Tony Awards®-inspired ceremony under the stars, recognizing achievement and excellence in high school musical theatre. Metro students, parents and instructors arrived dressed to the nines to walk the red carpet before taking their seats for the main event, where Kansas … Continued
The red carpet was rolled out, the seats were filled, and the stage was brimming with song and dance as Starlight Theatre recognized high achievers in Kansas City high school musical theatre at the annual Blue Star Awards Ceremony on May 23. Modeled after Broadway’s Tony Awards®, Starlight’s Blue Star Awards celebrate the talented students and … Continued
On this week’s episode, the 2019 Tony Award nominations have been announced, there’s a Destiny’s Child bio-musical in the works, Starlight’s Blue Star Awards will be held May 23, and a new company is transforming set pieces to give them a new life. Full List of the 2019 Tony Award Nominees The Tony nominations are … Continued
Earlier this year, Starlight Theatre held auditions for the Starlight STARS and Starlight STARS of Tomorrow, two student performance troupes that perform at Starlight and throughout the community each summer. The Starlight STARS program engages high school students and is structured to develop and hone the skills of company members to pursue performance arts careers. The Starlight STARS of Tomorrow program is tailored to younger students and is focused … Continued
In late May, right before school let out for summer, Starlight Theatre leaders, board members and staff surprised the newest Vincent Legacy Scholars in their classrooms with the good news that they had been awarded $2,500 Vincent Legacy Scholarships. Parents, grandparents and siblings of the scholars were also invited to attend the surprise presentations in … Continued
2019’s Capitol Federal Concert Series kicked of May 9 with RBRM, and we’re excited for another great summer season of music under the stars. Later this month, on Sunday May 19, American rock band Chicago makes a stop at Starlight with their legendary sound, signature horns and ever-classic songs. In the band’s 52nd year of touring, they’ve never missed a concert … Continued
On this week’s episode, Sarah Bockel returns to her role as Carole King, A Star Wars Parody takes the Off-Broadway stage, tickets are on sale now to all 2019 Broadway shows at Starlight, and a Grease prequel is in the works. Sarah Bockel Takes Over as Carole King in Beautiful on Broadway Beautiful - The Carole King Musical plays Starlight … Continued
On May 2, 2019, high school theatre students and instructors across metropolitan Kansas City and in neighboring communities received the good news that they had received nominations for Starlight Theatre's Blue Star Awards. Starlight representatives personally delivered 176 nominations to 48 area high schools. On Thursday, May 23, the Blue Star Award winners will be announced … Continued
Are you ready to rock? First appearing on Broadway in 2009, Rock of Ages celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2019 with a tour that turns up the volume to ten, including a stop in Kansas City May 31-June 2, before heading back to the Great White Way for a limited engagement this summer. There’s no better way to open the exciting 2019 AdventHealth Broadway Series … Continued
Entering awards season with the most nominations is Hadestown, which earned a total of 14 nominations. Trailing closely behind was Ain't Too Proud—The Life of the Temptations with 12. Joining the two titles in the coveted Best Musical category were Beetlejuice, The Prom and Tootsie. Among Hadestown's 14 nominations were two for composer and librettist Anaïs Mitchell, a nod for director Rachel Chavkin, and four … Continued
Summer is right around the corner and with that, the 68th Broadway season at Starlight is about to begin. Grab your group of 10 or more and make it a night to remember! Our Group Sales Coordinator, Toni Talley, can customize an exclusive evening for you—plus, your group can save up to 25% off of tickets to the summer Broadway series, with flexible payment options and complimentary parking. This summer, there’s … Continued
Rather than getting flowers for mom, why not get her something she'll enjoy for months and remember forever? This year's shows include Kansas City and Starlight debuts, Broadway classics, family favorites and even some acrobatics! With so many choices in our 2019 AdventHealth Broadway Series, you are guaranteed to find a show – or several … Continued
On this week's episode of Talkin' With Taylor, Taylor sits down with Shelby Miguel, who plays Rosie and Nanea in the national tour of American Girl Live. Find out what the American Girl brand is all about, the characters who will appear in the show, and what inspiring message Shelby hopes the audience takes away from American Girl … Continued
On this week’s episode, The Cher Show takes over Late Night, Submissions are open for this year’s 2019 Musical Theatre Songwriting Challenge, Group tickets to Broadway are on sale now at Starlight, and the West End production of 42nd Street will be streamed in cinemas. Watch All the Highlights From the The Cher Show Takeover of The Tonight Show … Continued
On this week's episode of Talkin' With Taylor, Taylor sits down with Tyler Fromson, a Lee's Summit native who plays Ross in the national tour of Friends! The Musical Parody. Find out how Tyler characterizes the iconic sitcom character he plays in the show and what he's looking forward to most while being back in his home … Continued
On this week’s episode, the hit TV show Nashville is being made into a musical, Beetlejuice is set to open on Broadway and The Big Bang Theory: A Pop-Rock Musical Parody, is currently running in New York. Nashville Is Officially Becoming a Broadway Musical! Get ready to put on your cowboy boots because Tony Award-winning … Continued
The brand-new musical American Girl Live will complete the 2018-19 Starlight Indoors season, playing April 23-28 in Cohen Community Stage House. Brought to life by an incredible, all-female creative team, American Girl Live features original songs and unforgettable experiences, celebrating the power of girls and the strength of friendship. In American Girl Live, audiences join five spunky campers and their … Continued
Don your favorite neon spandex, tease your hair to new heights, and join the fun Friday, May 3 at After Hours at the Towers at Starlight. Presented by Young Friends of Starlight, this year’s event is inspired by the hit Broadway musical Rock of Ages, and all of its ‘80s glam-rock glory. Now in its fourth year, After Hours at … Continued
There’s nothing like summer at Starlight, and now tickets are available to all shows in the 2019 AdventHealth Broadway Season. With stage classics, straight-from-Broadway hits, crowd-pleasing jukebox musicals and more, there’s something to please every taste this season. The summer kicks off May 31-June 2 with Broadway’s Best Party—Rock of Ages, featuring the music of … Continued
On this week's episode of Talkin' With Taylor, Taylor sits down with Alex Lanning, chair of this year's After Hours at the Towers event. Find out how Alex was first introduced to Starlight, what she's looking forward to most about After Hours at the Towers, and what patrons can expect at the event. Inspired by … Continued
Late last month, four professional actors, including Starlight Theatre’s education and outreach manager, Andy Pierce, brought smiles and inspiration to children, parents and staff at Children’s Mercy Hospital with Just Imagine, an interactive theatre program. Four actors lead each performance, bringing with them props and specially designed costumes to take children on a fun, fast-paced … Continued
Starlight Theatre recently welcomed back former students of the Bob Rohlf Internship Program for its first-ever Intern Alumni Reception. Many interns from throughout the years attended—including one from Starlight’s very first class of interns in 1984! With more than 40 people in attendance on March 20, intern alumni mingled with one another, as well as … Continued
On this week’s episode, Diana musical opens at La Jolla Playhouse, Starlight wins the Pitch’s Best of KC awards, a Britney Spears musical is in the works, and a revival of Oklahoma! Is set to open on Broadway. Diana Musical Extends for Second Time at La Jolla Playhouse Diana - a new musical about the iconic British princess - made … Continued
High school students and teachers across the metro have been working hard to prepare and present many outstanding musicals throughout the 2018-19 school year. This year, Starlight Theatre is excited to announce that the Blue Star Awards ceremony will recognize more student accomplishments than ever before. In the Blue Star Awards’ 17th year, the number … Continued
On this week's episode of Talkin' With Taylor, Taylor sits down with long-time Starlight Theatre supporter Greg Reid. Fourteen years ago Greg and his wife Rebecca founded the Vincent Legacy Scholarship program, which provides scholarships to ethnically diverse middle school students to pursue training in the performing arts. Find out more about how Greg first … Continued
Do you know a Kansas City-metro teen or tween who is interested in learning more about musical theatre and performance? Starlight encourages area students to mark their calendars for late March auditions to join Starlight STARS or Starlight STARS of Tomorrow – two unique summer performance troupes. Starlight STARS of Tomorrow is tailored for middle school … Continued
With country, alternative, pop and even a little “shock rock,” there’s something for everyone at Starlight as part of our 2019 Capitol Federal Concert Series this summer. We’ve announced sixteen concerts so far, including four announced earlier this month. Mark your calendars – tickets go on sale soon! Dierks Bentley – tickets on sale March 8 … Continued
Think you are a '90s pop culture expert? Test your knowledge at Young Friends of Starlight's third annual trivia night, Wednesday, April 10! Grab a team of up to six people and compete for fabulous prizes before seeing Starlight Indoors' fun-filled musical, Friends! The Musical Parody. In addition to focusing on '90s pop culture, there will … Continued
Your favorite group of “Friends” are back—and this time, they’re live on stage! Friends! The Musical Parody is the hilarious new show that lovingly lampoon’s the award-winning, hit NBC show “Friends” that aired from 1994 until 2004. This brand-new musical plucks the best scenes from the series’ ten years and recreates the audience’s favorite moments in a … Continued
Can’t wait for Cats to hit the Starlight stage July 9-14 as part of the 2019 Broadway Season? Catch a sneak peek this month on Broadway Balances America as part of “The Balancing Act,” airing on Lifetime Monday, March 18, and Tuesday, March 26. Cats is the record-breaking musical spectacular by Andrew Lloyd Webber that includes one of the most … Continued